Los Angeles School District and Union Reach Tentative Deal to Avoid Strike
The Los Angeles Unified School District and the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Local 99 reached a tentative agreement early Tuesday, averting a strike that would have affected nearly 400,000 students. The union announced significant gains, including raises, increased hours, and protections against subcontracting. The agreement also halted IT layoffs and increased staffing levels. The district confirmed that schools would remain open as they work to finalize the agreement details. This development follows tentative contract agreements reached over the weekend between the district and unions representing teachers and principals. The unions had pledged to strike if any of the three did not reach an agreement, marking a significant moment as they have never gone on strike simultaneously. 
